Jim Meagher Oct. 16 is an important day because… More than 150 countries are joining together to call our attention and action to an eventual elimination of world-wide hunger. Every year we produce far more food than we can consume. The excess is wasted. Over one-third of the global land mass is used for agricultural…
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May 2026, Features
Unit Happenings – May 2026
Celebrating the Decades Karen Kwartler On March 22, unit 46 in Oakwood held a pot luck dinner to celebrate the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. The event was held in the Poolside building and about 55 neighbors participated. We enjoyed great food, friendly company, and good old fashioned fun! One of the best parts of living…
May 2026, Sports
Sun Lakes Bocce Ball Club at Sisk Park
Kathy Hoff, Publicist The Fun with Friends tournament was held at Sisk Park on March 26. It was a perfect evening with great weather, lots of laughs, and a wonderful time with friends. The snacks everyone brought were delicious, and it made the whole event feel even more festive. The Hawaiian theme really added to…
May 2026, Front Page
2026 Crystal Awards Banquet Was a Huge Success
Candy Clark More than 200 friends and family gathered at the Oakwood Ballroom for this year’s Crystal Awards Banquet, honoring eleven recipients from Cottonwood/Palo Verde, IronOaks, Robson Reserve, and Sun Lakes Country Club. Hearing their stories and motives for serving others was inspiring. This year’s honorees dedicate their time and talents in numerous ways and…
Generals, April 2026
Sun Lakes Posse Receives Awards
Bill Shedd The Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse recently received awards from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office recognizing volunteers, reserve officers, possemen, and cadets. The ceremony was held on Feb. 27 in Glendale, and the Sun Lakes Posse was presented the following awards: Years of Service Award: Commander Craig Lloyd, 20-plus years of service Outstanding Service…
April 2026, Generals
Neighbors Who Care – April 2026
A Legacy of Service: Honoring Delores Anderson Robin Wilson At Neighbors Who Care, we are often humbled by the dedication of our volunteers, but few stories radiate as much warmth and resilience as that of Delores Anderson. As Delores prepares to retire from volunteering at the remarkable age of 97, we take a moment to…
April 2026, Generals
Sun Lakes Neighborhood Watch Group
Sun Lakes residents are partnering with local law enforcement to build a safer, more connected community. A Neighborhood Watch Program is a community-based initiative where residents work together to monitor and to report suspicious activities in their area. Members receive training on recognizing suspicious behavior, reporting incidents, alerting their neighbors, and taking measures to deter…
March 2026, Front Page
Crystal Awards Banquet Is March 22
Candy Clark Our dedicated Sun Lakes volunteers will be recognized at a banquet in the Oakwood ballroom on Sunday, March 22. The event features a no-host bar at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and awards. Some tickets are still available at the Oakwood Concierge desk until March 13. Thank you to our generous sponsors of…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Elaine Hatzenbuhler: A Geologist’s Second Chapter in Sun Lakes
Sarah Marks After a 30-year teaching career at North Dakota State University, resident geologist Elaine Hatzenbuhler brought her five decades of expertise to the Sun Lakes Rock, Gem & Silver Club (SLRGS). She joined the club in December of 2012 after seeing a notice for a field trip to Cave Creek. Elaine’s geological background includes…
January 2026, Front Page
The Kids’ Wish
Time and time again, we get asked, “How can we make a difference?” First, a little about rescues and volunteering. Rescue Dogs: Each rescue dog is unique, and each one comes from a very different environment, type of socialization, neglect, abuse, or even abandonment. Sometimes their history is known, and under other circumstances, the age…